The Coldwater Eagles will host a fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 30 from 1-5 p.m. to raise money for the family of Baby Gauge.

Gauge's journey

Baby Gauge is the infant son of Stacie (Massey) and Derek Parker of Quincy. Shortly after his July 19 birth, Gauge's medical journey began. He was transported to Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo due to fluid in his lungs, and later one of his lungs collapsed.

What followed were diagnoses of pneumothorax, swollen lungs, high blood pressure, another lung collapse and a variety of other issues.

Gauge was later transported to the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

Bills piling up

Despite the fact that they have insurance, medical bills from his treatments are still weighing heavily on the Parker family.

His parents had been staying in Ann Arbor with Gauge while his older brothers stayed at home with family and friends.

The length of Gauge's stay in Ann Arbor, in addition to the costs of treatments and expenses from his care, continue to accumulate.

A chance to help

Sunday's event will help raise funds to provide assistance to the family. It will include a pig roast, silent, raffle, entertainment by the Silvermoon Band, an obstacle course for kids, food and a cash bar.

Supporters

Event supporters so far include the Coldwater Eagles, Grand Occasions, the Silvermoon Band, Albright Swine Farm, FireKeepers Casino and a number of family and friends.